Elephant Gray 1005-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8D847F, LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Roanoke Taupe from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8D847F · 1005-5
Elephant Gray
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Elephant Gray Technical Profile
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Elephant Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elephant Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGElephant Gray
Nearly identical
BehrRoanoke Taupe
Roanoke Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Fallen Rock
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Gotham
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Olive Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Willow Branch
Kilz
Very similar
Timeless Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Utopia
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lab Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Sultry Castle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elephant Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elephant Gray
#8D847F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elephant Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elephant Gray Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Elephant Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elephant Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elephant Gray have?
Elephant Gray by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Elephant Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elephant Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elephant Gray are Roanoke Taupe by Behr (a near-identical match), Fallen Rock by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Mole's Breath by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Elephant Gray's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Elephant Gray?
Elephant Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Elephant Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.